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Energy Matters Acupuncture
“I have not been disappointed by any practioner and go regularly for my “spa” acupuncture with Prajna.”
Best Meditation Classes in Oakland, CA
15 centers listed · 8 in Oakland · 11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Piedmont Meditation
“I had some issues with having my mind constantly thinking and while I try to meditate on my own, it makes it a lot easier to have someone be there to help you.”
East Bay Meditation Center
“Best place to connect to engaged practice and self-sustainable economic business models happen in real time.”
Trina Swerdlow Hypnosis
“Trina has not only worked with my family, but she has also helped many friends.”
Siddha Yoga Ashram in Oakland
“Peaceful, loving short term haven for growling spiritually and taking out into your world.”
Eastlake Hall of Silo's Message
“I love spending time with the folks here and doing work in the community with them”
The 15 centers listed for Oakland, CA run meditation and relaxation sessions. What each one teaches, and whether it belongs to a tradition, comes from what it publishes itself; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Oakland, CA
8 of the 15 centers we list are based in Oakland; the other 7 serve Oakland from towns including San Francisco (13 mi), Alameda (3 mi) and Emeryville (5 mi). The centers on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 735 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the centers on this page are "community" and "skills". 9 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 27 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the centers on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the centers on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the center before you enroll.
Why do some meditation listings show a different location?
8 of the 15 are in Oakland and the rest come from other towns within 15 mi, shown with the place they are actually in. Sitting groups often meet in a hall they do not own, so the address on a listing is sometimes a venue rather than a home.
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Bay Zen Center
“A great place to meditate and learn about the wisdom of the Buddha.”
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Therapy For Real Life
“Through clinical consultation, I have had the pleasure of learning about Anna's compassionate and grounded approach to working with couples and individuals.”
The Happiness Center
“This place is amazing, such a Serene and peaceful space in the heart of Oakland.”
Bespoke Wellness
“Ten has helped me reduce the scar tissue around my right Achilles, reduce the randomly debilitating “sciatica” right hip pain that stopped me dead in my tracks, reduce the pain in my compensating left ankle, reduce my congestion that Flonase did nothing for, helped me adjust my diet to support my treatment which helped me get my digestion under control and now I don't wake up super cold anymore, needing to breastfeed my baby to feel warm again”
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Glow Yoga Pilates Spa
“Whether you want to stretch, sweat, get strong, or practice relaxation, there is truly something for everyone at this studio!”
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Tribe Fitness Personal Training
“Lots of support from staff, excellent and challenging classes, and provided momentum to get back on track with healthier lifestyle habits.”
Tree of Life Yoga and Spine Therapy
“That, combined with the high level of personal attention that she gives to all of her students means that she can help you with your aches, pains, and injuries better than anyone!”
Marion Pernoux
“I signed up for an hour and a half massage, and left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated (for the first time in a whole year) and grounded without any flare ups from my autoimmune disease (because she uses amazing natural products without 500 ingredients) AND much more hopeful in working with my body and not against it, thanks to Marion's calm meditative ritual, super clean and welcoming workspace, and intuitive reading.”
Bhakti SF
“The chanting brings so much joy and after all of this just an incredible vegan/vegetarian food that cooked with love that taste amazing.”
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